There are just two layers to the bass. A simple rolling bass that I used Vanguard to create. Then I used Z3ta+ for the top riff.

It did'nt sound too bad before I compressed the life out of it

shall we get back to the subject of hats please and not quickly made basslines. thanks

Well, first of all, you don't have any kind of clap/snare in there, which causes the track to lose its drive.

Other than that, it doesn't sound too bad, tho it is a bit basic. Try to add some unconventional sounds in there, maybe some quick drumfills etc. I usually use some sort of a breakbeat loop in the background which is sliced to bits and then rearranged (low end shaven off, of course).

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Originally posted by Mr.Mystery Well, first of all, you don't have any kind of clap/snare in there, which causes the track to lose its drive. Other than that, it doesn't sound too bad, tho it is a bit basic. Try to add some unconventional sounds in there, maybe some quick drumfills etc. I usually use some sort of a breakbeat loop in the background which is sliced to bits and then rearranged (low end shaven off, of course).

Thanks for your input there mate...

I wanted to leave the clap out and try to focus on the hats. The reason I added a file with a bassline is because the hats always seem out of place once I add the bass, for some reason.

So would you say the hats are placed ok in the mix?
I kept the open hat in the centre, then I panned the closed hats left and right about 40% with a slight delay. I also added some background percussion that panned from left to right.

Great tip about the break loop btw... I'll definately give that a try

Yup, the hats are sounding quite fine to me.

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